A motion to continue shall be in writing unless the court makes a finding on the record that exigent circumstances exist to permit an oral motion. A party seeking postponement of a trial must file a motion setting forth the basis for the request and any supporting evidence.The following article aims to assist parties and practitioners in determining when a motion to continue can or should be filed, and offers practice pointers. If you need to reschedule, you may file a written request with the clerk at least 5 days before your scheduled court date. Best to file this in writing with the clerk of the court AND send a copy to the other side. A request for continuance must be made no less than five (5) days prior to the scheduled hearing date and shall not be granted absent a showing of good cause. Generally whether or not to grant a continuance is within the discretion of the trial Court. Either side can ask the court for a continuance, or the judge can order a continuance independently if they feel that it is necessary.